Games Like Rune Factory: Guardians of Azuma

Journey to the vibrant world of Rune Factory and experience the legendary fantasy farming adventure like never before!

Why similar: Romance 20.5%, Farming Sim 11.1%, RPG 10.9%, Party-Based RPG 9.8%, Anime 9%

Why You'll Like It: Widely considered the pinnacle of the series, it offers the most refined balance of farming, dungeon crawling, and romance.

As the newest ranger of a peacekeeping organization known as SEED, protect your community by rounding up rowdy monsters and going on special missions. Cultivate your farm and friendships alike while unravelling rune-related mysteries!

Why similar: Romance 20.6%, Farming Sim 11.1%, RPG 10.8%, Party-Based RPG 10.2%, Anime 9.6%

Why You'll Like It: A direct predecessor that brings the series into a 3D space with familiar mechanics and character-driven storytelling.

Bridge the divide of an ancient schism between humans and monsters in Rune Factory 3 Special as half-human, half-wooly protagonist Micah. Farm, fight and fall in love as you revisit a classic in the series that perfected the blend of RPG & Life-sim genres.

Why similar: Romance 19.3%, JRPG 12.9%, Action RPG 10.8%, Farming Sim 10%, RPG 9.6%

Why You'll Like It: A classic entry that emphasizes the unique transformation mechanics and tight-knit community interactions.

HARVESTELLA, an all-new life-simulation RPG from SQUARE ENIX! Lead a life of self-sufficiency with your vibrant house as a base and cooperate with allies to overcome various threats.

Why similar: JRPG 33.8%, Action RPG 15%, Farming Sim 14.7%, RPG 13.7%, Story Rich 7.6%

Why You'll Like It: Combines a traditional farming simulation loop with a serious, world-saving action-RPG narrative.

Discover the true power of rice in Sakuna: Of Rice and Ruin! Take on hordes of demons in side-scrolling combat to reclaim the land as Sakuna, a spoiled harvest goddess banished to a dangerous island. Then, return to your mountain village and tend a field full of glorious rice.

Why similar: Farming Sim 22.4%, Crafting 19.6%, Story Rich 16.2%, Combat 12.4%, Action 10.7%

Why You'll Like It: Features a masterful blend of complex, realistic rice farming and high-octane side-scrolling action combat.

Start your new life! Build the farm of your dreams as you discover a world brimming with possibilities. Magic, romance, and adventure all await you in this nostalgic farming / life sim RPG!

Why similar: Romance 34.6%, Farming Sim 21.7%, RPG 17.4%, Anime 14.1%, Crafting 12.2%

Why You'll Like It: Captures the cozy, nostalgic charm of farming sims while adding modern quality-of-life improvements and deep social systems.

Command an army of monsters in this all-new action game featuring character designs by famed manga artist Hiro Mashima. Take a stand to free the people of Felicidad as a Farmagia named Ten when monster farming, adventure, and hectic battles come together in an epic tale of rebellion and friendship.

Why similar: JRPG 24.3%, Anime 11.3%, Action RPG 11.2%, Combat 8.7%, RPG 8.5%

Why You'll Like It: Focuses on the monster-raising and action combat elements found in the seed game with a vibrant anime aesthetic.

Explore a world of elemental spirits and adventure in the latest Mana action-RPG.

Why similar: JRPG 23.4%, Party-Based RPG 18.3%, Action RPG 11.6%, RPG 9.4%, Lore-Rich 8%

Why You'll Like It: A high-fantasy action RPG that captures the vibrant, colorful aesthetic and sense of adventure found in the seed game.

Build your farm and relationships with townsfolk, or forge ahead on a quest of magic, monsters, and dragons. Level up through a skill tree in 8 person multiplayer, or adventure solo!

Why similar: Farming Sim 25.1%, RPG 18.2%, Crafting 15.9%, Fantasy 12%, Combat 11.7%

Why You'll Like It: A fantasy-themed farming RPG that introduces magic, diverse races, and multiple unique worlds to explore.

Travel to the desert community of Sandrock and take on the role of a fledgling Builder. Use your trusty toolset to gather resources, construct machines, and turn your run-down workshop into a well-oiled production facility to save the town from the jaws of economic ruin!

Why similar: Farming Sim 33.4%, Crafting 33.1%, RPG 25.6%, Adventure 7.8%

Why You'll Like It: An excellent mix of crafting, social bonding, and desert-themed exploration that feels very similar to the Rune Factory experience.

Escape to the magical life of your dreams in Fae Farm, a farm sim RPG for 1-4 players. Craft, cultivate, and decorate to grow your homestead, and use spells to explore the enchanted island of Azoria!

Why similar: Romance 24.9%, Farming Sim 17.1%, RPG 15.8%, Magic 11.5%, Fantasy 9.1%

Why You'll Like It: A cozy farming sim that incorporates magical combat and exploration into its core gameplay loop.

You've inherited your grandfather's old farm plot in Stardew Valley. Armed with hand-me-down tools and a few coins, you set out to begin your new life. Can you learn to live off the land and turn these overgrown fields into a thriving home?

Why similar: Farming Sim 42.9%, RPG 31.3%, Crafting 25.8%

Why You'll Like It: The gold standard for the farming RPG genre, offering deep seasonal progression and meaningful character relationships.

Embark on a magical journey in this captivating life simulation game. Escape to a welcoming valley, farm with spells, and master skills like fishing, crafting, and cooking. Engage in epic battles, strengthen the bonds with your companions, and build your dream home to achieve Immortal Life!

Why similar: Crafting 20.7%, Farming Sim 20%, Action RPG 19%, RPG 17.5%, Story Rich 10.9%

Why You'll Like It: A cultivation-themed farming sim that focuses on restoring a valley and building strong relationships with fellow sect members.

Coral Island is a vibrant, laid-back farm sim reimagined with multiplayer! Experience enchanting island life at your own pace: farm with friends, nurture animals, build relationships, hang out with a diverse cast of characters, and dive into the magical Merfolk Kingdom.

Why similar: Farming Sim 43.6%, Crafting 25.9%, RPG 23%, Adventure 7.5%

Why You'll Like It: A modern farming sim that expands on the genre with deep social systems, diving, and environmental restoration themes.

300 years of tyranny. A mysterious mask. Lost pain and memories. Wield the Blazing Sword and join a mysterious, untouchable girl to fight your oppressors. Experience a tale of liberation, featuring characters with next-gen graphical expressiveness!

Why similar: JRPG 26.4%, Anime 13.1%, Action RPG 11.3%, Romance 10.7%, RPG 10%

Why You'll Like It: Provides a high-quality, story-rich anime action-RPG experience with deep character development.

Step into this Slow-Life RPG where you can freely switch between 14 unique jobs, so called "Lives," and enjoy a carefree life in a fantasy world. Fish, cook, shape the island to your liking, or team up with friends to battle monsters across the vast world.

Why similar: JRPG 34%, Party-Based RPG 21.8%, RPG 17.3%, Fantasy 8.4%, Action 6.3%

Why You'll Like It: Offers a similar variety of life paths and RPG progression, allowing players to switch between combat and crafting roles.

Trials of Mana is a modern revival of the 3rd game in the seminal Mana series. The game, originally released in Japan as Seiken Densetsu 3, has been fully rebuilt from the ground up in 3D.

Why similar: RPG 34.2%, JRPG 27.1%, Action RPG 12.1%, Anime 10.4%, Fantasy 4.9%

Why You'll Like It: A classic action-RPG remake that features a vibrant fantasy world and fast-paced, skill-based combat.

A grand adventure in the skies awaits! Form a party of four from a diverse roster of skyfarers and slash—or shoot or hex—your way to victory against treacherous foes in this action RPG. Take on quests solo or with the help of others in up to 4-player co-op play!

Why similar: JRPG 28.7%, Action RPG 15.4%, Dragons 14% ★, Anime 13.9%, RPG 8.1%

Why You'll Like It: Delivers fast-paced, high-fidelity action combat with a strong anime aesthetic and party-based mechanics.

DRAGON QUEST BUILDERS™ 2 is a block-building RPG set in a fantasy land threatened by an evil cult. Explore, battle, build and harvest in the charming single-player campaign or build big projects in the online sandbox mode for up to 4-players.

Why similar: RPG 27.2%, JRPG 23.4%, Crafting 13.5%, Adventure 10.7%, Anime 10.3%

Why You'll Like It: Combines creative building and world-restoration with satisfying action-RPG combat and a charming story.

Eiyuden Chronicle: Hundred Heroes is designed to bring players a modern take on a classic JRPG experience. Get ready to lead 100+ playable characters through a war-torn world only you can save.

Why similar: JRPG 30.7%, RPG 11.4%, Party-Based RPG 10.3%, Action RPG 7.8%, Anime 7.7%

Why You'll Like It: A traditional JRPG experience that focuses on building a community and recruiting a wide cast of characters.

After his assassination, the will of the late king decrees the next monarch to be elected by the people. Forge bonds and win over a kingdom divided in this award-winning fantasy RPG with turn-based and action combat, party customization with powerful Archetypes, and hours of exploration.

Why similar: JRPG 27.8%, Party-Based RPG 14.7%, Anime 12.6%, RPG 11.6%, Action RPG 8.6%

Why You'll Like It: A deep, story-rich RPG that excels at building social bonds and managing time between intense combat encounters.

Put down roots on your new farm in the peaceful town of Forgotten Valley. Bring life to the land by cultivating crops and raising animals, find love among the town's friendly folk, and make lasting memories with a family of your very own.

Why similar: Romance 47.3%, RPG 30%, Farming Sim 18.5%, 3D 4.2%

Why You'll Like It: Focuses on the classic farming and social simulation roots that inspired the Rune Factory series.

In this non-linear RPG, rule and expand the Empire of Varennes across multiple generations. Discover a vast array of story experiences as you fight the Seven Heroes in an epic battle that plays out over thousands of years.

Why similar: JRPG 37.4%, Party-Based RPG 24.3%, Lore-Rich 7.8%, RPG 6.2%, Fantasy 5.7%

Why You'll Like It: Offers deep tactical RPG elements and complex character progression for players looking for more mechanical depth.

A new adventure awaits you in this second installment of the turn-based RPG series set in the world of Monster Hunter! Become a Rider and form bonds with friendly monsters known as Monsties to fight alongside them as you take part in an epic story.

Why similar: Dragons 31.2% ★, JRPG 31.2%, RPG 14.4%, Fantasy 7.2%, Adventure 6.1%

Why You'll Like It: Focuses on monster collection and turn-based RPG combat within a beautiful fantasy setting.

Experience the joys of life on the farm in this reimagining of a timeless STORY OF SEASONS classic!

Why similar: Farming Sim 37%, Romance 28.2%, RPG 22.3%, Anime 12.5%

Why You'll Like It: The definitive foundation of the modern farming-sim genre, perfect for those who enjoy the core loop of the seed game.

Tales of Graces f is back with a beautiful and easier-to-play version! The game also includes Lineage and Legacies, an after-story to the main scenario!

Why similar: JRPG 26.5%, Party-Based RPG 13.5%, Action RPG 12.8%, RPG 12.3%, Anime 10.4%

Why You'll Like It: Features classic action-RPG combat and a character-driven story that fans of anime-style RPGs will appreciate.

Rediscover the simple life. Farm, fish, forge and fight to restore the peace in an all-new farming adventure. Features split-screen coop, a helpful pet, automated drones, resourceful pixies, a card-eating progression system, and dangerous dungeons to delve into!

Why similar: Farming Sim 28.7%, Crafting 26.8%, RPG 22.7%, Story Rich 21.7%

Why You'll Like It: A cozy farming sim with unique RPG mechanics, card-based upgrades, and a sense of mystery.

A peaceful farming life sim set on the island of Seikyu. Grow your farm, restore your ancestral home, form heartfelt bonds with villagers, and shapeshift into different spirit forms to explore a world that moves gently with the seasons.

Why similar: Romance 25.4%, Crafting 13.8%, Anime 13.2%, Farming Sim 12.9%, RPG 11.7%

Monster Hunter Stories is an RPG that takes the world of Monster Hunter and expands upon it in new and exciting ways! No longer are you hunting monsters, but raising them! In this deep story featuring heroes known as Monster Riders, you will live alongside monsters and form lifelong bonds with them.

Why similar: JRPG 28.1%, Dragons 23% ★, RPG 12.8%, Anime 9.8%, Fantasy 9.1%

The future of an entire continent is at stake in this milestone entry in the Trails series! Explore the vast Calvard Republic with three different protagonists, nurture connections, and master powerful skills in both real-time and turn-based battles as you uncover the secrets at the core of Zemuria!

Why similar: JRPG 24.4%, Party-Based RPG 17.4%, Action RPG 11.9%, RPG 11.1%, Anime 8.5%

The world has already been saved. Now it's time to rebuild your town, learn new hobbies, and forge lifelong friendships in this peaceful and relaxing RPG.

Why similar: Romance 33.5%, Crafting 25.3%, RPG 22.8%, Farming Sim 18.5%

Why You'll Like It: A relaxing life sim that uses a time-management system to balance town-building and character relationships.

Grow your own worlds and nurture a deep natural connection with everything they hold. See your actions change the world for better! Bring the Evertree back to life in this breathtaking world-crafting sandbox, with life management and adventure elements.

Why similar: Farming Sim 34.6%, Fantasy 22.4%, Adventure 16.6%, Colorful 15.4%, Third Person 11.1%

Why You'll Like It: Focuses on nurturing the world through gardening and building relationships within a whimsical fantasy setting.

"Atelier Yumia" is a story about “memory”. Explore the field to gather materials and synthesis items. The items you create can be key to advancing the story and can also be used in battles and exploration. Additionally, you can create your own base with “Building" in the field.

Why similar: JRPG 24.4%, Party-Based RPG 18.1%, Action RPG 11.4%, Anime 10%, RPG 8%

Searching for a peaceful farm life, a fresh mountain breeze, and your own market stall? Look no further than the friendly community of Zephyr Town! Here you’ll grow crops and raise animals, get to know the locals, and sell your wares at the town's bazaar to restore it to its former glory.

Why similar: Romance 43.2%, Crafting 23.9%, Farming Sim 23.3%, Colorful 9.6%

WitchSpring R is a story-driven RPG combining elements of collecting, simulation, and battling. Experience the joy of training a young witch and accompany her on a grand adventure!

Why similar: JRPG 33.4%, RPG 17.1%, Crafting 11.9%, Anime 11.7%, Story Rich 8.7%

The spriggan known as Van Arkride, an underground professional, accepts any job, acting as detective, negotiator, or bounty hunter. Dive into the Trails series' latest chapter with intense combat, beautiful visuals, and a new alignment system in Calvard!

Why similar: JRPG 27.8%, Action RPG 14.1%, RPG 12.9%, Anime 10.2%, Fantasy 6.3%

Explore the wide world of Anthos with the help of your wacky inventor friend Doc Jr. and many others! It’ll be up to you to revive the Harvest Goddess and the Harvest Sprites, as well as reconnect all of the villages of Anthos with each other! Farm all around Anthos using the improved Expando-Farm!

Why similar: RPG 25.9%, Farming Sim 24.8%, Adventure 12.8%, Fantasy 9.2%, Colorful 8.1%

The beloved block-building RPG, DRAGON QUEST BUILDERS, is bringing its handy crafting features to Steam! Weave your own tale as you build your own unique buildings and towns to restore Alefgard to it's former glory!

Why similar: JRPG 37.5%, RPG 15.6%, Anime 9.5%, Fantasy 8.2%, Crafting 7.4%

Trails in the Sky 1st Chapter reimagines the first chapter of a beloved series, infusing it with enhanced visuals and refined gameplay. Join Estelle and Joshua, partners bound by fate, as they unravel dark conspiracies threatening the peace of the Liberl Kingdom.

Why similar: JRPG 28.3%, Romance 15.2%, Action RPG 11%, RPG 10.1%, Party-Based RPG 10%

The charming and relaxing stone-age farming sim where you live in a thriving community exploring the wonderful world of Pacha. Discover "ideas," domesticate crops, befriend animals, and help your village grow. Play co-op with friends or explore the early days of civilization in single-player.

Why similar: Romance 38.2%, Farming Sim 22.6%, Crafting 21.3%, RPG 17.8%

Play as Yuma Ilvern and stop the Empire from exploiting the power of the ancient dragons, including the soul of the Shining Dragon within you. With the help of your friends, realize your destiny, save Astoria, and unleash the strength you’ve always had locked away.

Why similar: JRPG 27.6%, Dragons 19.8% ★, Anime 12.8%, RPG 12.8%, Action RPG 10.9%

Welcome to Olive Town, a peaceful community established by your trailblazing grandfather and his friends. Now that you've taken over his farm, it's your job to carry on his legacy. Plant crops, raise animals, build relationships, and get to know the residents of your new home!

Why similar: Romance 36.9%, Farming Sim 21.7%, RPG 18.7%, Anime 17.4%, 3D 3%

Escape everyday stress and start a new life in Clover Town! With adorable blob creatures by your side, you’ll farm, make new friends, and explore uncharted lands. Will you find love, or become the greatest blob trainer? Your story is yours to shape!

Why similar: JRPG 25%, Romance 20.6%, Farming Sim 11.1%, Crafting 11.1%, Anime 10.3%

The story of two protagonists as they rebuild their hometown and seek the hidden truth. Engage in timeline-based command battles and enjoy the easy-to-learn yet deeply engaging synthesis. Plus, take on shop management, explore random dungeons, and more!

Why similar: JRPG 37.6%, Party-Based RPG 26.9%, RPG 16.7%, Anime 14.5%, Crafting 4.2%

Find harmony in the Japanese countryside as you help Sparky uncover lost memories in this modern take on the farming and life simulator. Build a thriving homestead, cultivate new relationships, and chase your own happiness in SunnySide.

Why similar: JRPG 25.2%, Romance 21.2%, Crafting 11.4%, Anime 11.3%, Farming Sim 10.8%

Moonbury's residents need healing, and you're the best chemist around! With your trusty tools, a brewing cauldron, and a canine companion at your side, you'll need to diagnose symptoms, gather ingredients, brew potions, and cure ailments in this open-ended sim RPG.

Why similar: JRPG 42.3%, Action RPG 15.5%, Crafting 15.1%, RPG 11.9%, Colorful 9.2%

Older Neptune takes the spotlight—this time, as the CEO of Victory—at a new video game studio in Gamindustri! It's up to Older Nep and a new Goddess trio to resurrect the company from the ground up in this quirky and meta RPG!

Why similar: JRPG 31.5%, Party-Based RPG 24.9%, Anime 12.7%, RPG 10.5%, Combat 6%

Adventure with friends in a beautiful world of wonder and fantastic creatures. Build, craft, farm and fish, as you raise and breed amazing pet companions!

Why similar: JRPG 23.6%, Farming Sim 15.2%, Crafting 14.3%, RPG 14.2%, Anime 11%

Return to the Calvard Republic and unravel the mystery of the crimson beast! One day, a shocking series of murders set the wheels of fate into motion once again. Chaos looming on the horizon, the spriggan Van Arkride receives an unexpected visitor. Who is behind the murders, and what is their goal?

Why similar: JRPG 22.8%, Party-Based RPG 16.9%, Action RPG 11.6%, RPG 10.4%, Anime 8.9%

Join Tara on a heartfelt journey to become a witch in Wylde Flowers. Farm by day, and cast spells by night as you craft your cottagecore life and bond with your coven. Come to know and love the fully voice acted characters of Fairhaven, as you unravel a local mystery.

Why similar: Romance 25.4%, Farming Sim 21.8%, Magic 12.8%, Story Rich 12.7%, Crafting 11.6%

Anuchard has fallen. Generations after the fall, its surviving descendants have chosen you as the Bellwielder of the magical Audros Bell. Go forth, battle monsters, solve puzzles, and restore Anuchard to its former glory: A paradise in the skies!

Why similar: JRPG 26%, Action RPG 14.4%, Anime 10%, RPG 10%, Combat 9.2%

Ooblets is a relaxing and offbeat farming, town life, and creature collection game. Manage your farm, grow and train your ooblets, explore strange lands, and have dance-offs!

Why similar: Party-Based RPG 33.4%, Farming Sim 19%, Crafting 17.9%, RPG 17.6%, Colorful 8.2%

Magic x Guilds x RPG = ”FAIRY TAIL”! Based on the fantasy adventure comic about Natsu, a Dragon Slayer of the rowdy Fairy Tail magician guild, and his unique group of friends battling against unusual and memorable enemies.

Why similar: JRPG 28%, RPG 18.2%, Anime 16.6%, Party-Based RPG 9%, Fantasy 8.7%

The third entry in the Monster Hunter Stories RPG series is here! Twin Rathalos, born in a twist of fate. Monster Hunter Stories is an RPG series set in the Monster Hunter world, where you can become a Rider, raising and bonding with your favorite monsters.

Why similar: JRPG 38.2%, Dragons 23.1% ★, RPG 21.8%, Anime 6%, Adventure 4.3%

Start a new life in the enchanting town of Portia! Restore your Pa's neglected workshop to its former glory by fulfilling commissions, growing crops, raising animals, and befriending the quirky inhabitants of this charming post-apocalyptic land!

Why similar: Crafting 31.8%, Farming Sim 30.4%, RPG 28.6%, Adventure 9.3%

The Definitive Edition includes the critically acclaimed DRAGON QUEST XI, plus additional scenarios, orchestral soundtrack, 2D mode and more! Whether you are a longtime fan or a new adventurer, this is the ultimate DQXI experience.

Why similar: JRPG 27.8%, Dragons 20.6% ★, Party-Based RPG 16.3%, RPG 9.1%, Story Rich 6.3%

Fantasy meets reality in Shibuya, Tokyo, where magic is something to be feared. In this action RPG, a young wizard seeks freedom through strength, and an officer seeks to control magic and restore order. When their paths cross, a darkness that will transform the world descends.

Why similar: JRPG 31%, RPG 17.9%, Action RPG 16.6%, Action 10.3%, Adventure 8.9%

Mine, build, and explore with Monster Girl companions in this underground sandbox adventure. Uncover lost tech, automate production, and forge bonds with allies as you fight to survive and journey back to the surface.

Why similar: Crafting 24.2%, Action RPG 18%, Farming Sim 14.9%, RPG 13.6%, Combat 13.3%

Caught in the middle of a divine clash of epic proportions that has left gigantic weapons towering over the landscape, Cyan and newfound allies Elise and Zantis set out on a quest to save the world…and defy the gods. Claim your fate in this fantastical adventure inspired by classic JRPGs.

Why similar: JRPG 28.4%, Action RPG 14.2%, RPG 12.4%, Anime 10.2%, Fantasy 9.6%